Executive Sous Chef

Davidson Hospitality Group; Islamorada (FL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Teledoc

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

Three Waters Resort & Marina, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Resort in Islamorada, FL, seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead the culinary team and oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring quality and consistency across menus with the freshest ingredients.

You will work with a talented team, delivering exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced resort environment. A culinary degree and leadership experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years cooking experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred.
• Experience in menu planning and development.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand financial goals and accomplish them.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and ensure quality and consistency in all menu items.
• Lead the culinary team and collaborate with professional staff to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Communication

Organization

Financial awareness

Education

Culinary degree/certification

Job description

Three Waters Resort & Marina, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Resort, offers more than a place to work - it’s a chance to be part of one of the most exciting, experience-driven destinations in the Florida Keys. Set across 15 oceanfront acres in Islamorada, the resort features 214 guest rooms, a 72-slip marina, watersports, indoor and outdoor event venues, and nine distinct culinary outlets, along with the only resort water taxi in the Keys and a unique adult-only retreat within the resort. For team members, this means exposure to a wide range of high-energy, guest-facing experiences - from elevated hospitality and events to marina and lifestyle programming. Team members are part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment where they can build diverse skills, contribute creatively, and play a direct role in delivering memorable, shareworthy experiences in one of the most beautiful destinations in the country.

Overview

We are seeking a talented Executive Sous Chef to lead our culinary team in delivering exceptional dining experiences. As Executive Sous Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations and ensuring quality and consistency in all menu items. You will have the opportunity to work with an amazing team of culinary professionals and have access to the freshest, high-quality ingredients. If you have a passion for creating innovative and delicious cuisine and are committed to providing outstanding guest service, we want you to join our team!

Qualifications

• 5+ years cooking experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• College degree or certification in culinary field/hospitality field preferred
• Experience in menu planning and development
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to understand financial goals and accomplish them
• Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.